New Dollar General store opens in Charles City

A second Dollar General store has opened its doors in Charles City County. Located at 3380 Wayside Road, the new store is one of the newer models by the company that is expected to house grocery items. “We believe the addition of each new store provides positive economic growth for the communities we proudly serve, and the addition of the Charles City store highlights our commitment to deliver a pleasant shopping experience that includes great prices on quality products in a convenient location,” said Matthew Simonsen, senior vice president of real estate and store development for Dollar General.

Back-to-school in Charles City County

Editorial: If you don’t believe in yourself, then no one else will either

No matter what you do in life, there is one thing that will always for certain; if you do not believe in yourself, then no one else will either. I can speak from this from a personal standpoint. When I was growing up as a young person in Charles City County, I had no confidence or belief that I would be anything in life. I had one obstacle after another. I did not believe in myself and believed what others were saying. I wondered why people were being so mean to me and why I didn’t have more confidence in…
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Proclaiming Grace Outreach scholarship recipients

Letter to the Editor: Thinking seriously about basic issues in our society

Some people need to think seriously about some basic issues in our society where we could do better. Why should we be content with how things are when finding ways to fix problems would improve life for everyone? The way some of us act at times leaves a lot to be desired. Not only do we through negligence spread disease germs, throw trash from vehicles onto roadways, or stay mad when dealing intelligently with a grievance would resolve it, we seem to want to kill or crush opponents if they don’t subscribe to our firmly held beliefs. Wouldn’t an effort…
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LaCoss earns Masters Degree from Mount Mary University

Alyssa LaCoss, a resident of Lanexa, recently graduated from Mount Mary University as part of Spring 2022 ceremonies. LaCoss earned a Master of Science degree in Professional Counseling.

Siblings earn Doctorates

Editorial: Young people need to prepare for a changing world today

My message to the young people returning to school is this; the world is changing. My advice to you is that the world is becoming more complicated by the day. You must understand that the world is different than the generations before you. Technology is constantly evolving, making it more difficult to live everyday with just one job. The cost of living continues to go up, along with the stress of life. To the young people, do not worry about the latest fashion or trends. You need to focus on furthering yourself in whatever you are trying to do. This…
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Wells graduates from Bethel University

Zachary Wells, a resident of Quinton, recently completed his studies at Bethel University. Wells graduated during Spring 2022 commencement ceremonies, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree. He also was named to the Honors List for the Spring 2022 semester, which requires students to accumulate a grade-point average of 3.7 or higher.

Making a splash at New Kent County’s Fair